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Southside Market will open in Chatham on October 24, offering fresh, locally sourced groceries in a food desert. The community-owned micro-grocery store, occupying 1,400 square feet, aims to meet basic grocery needs and promote local vendors. The market's development prioritized community input, with 82 invested owners aiming to reach 300 by opening day.
Chicago's largest indoor pickleball facility, SPF, plans to expand with new courts in Irving Park and Hyde Park by year-end. The flagship location in Lincoln Park has attracted 26,000 visitors since its opening in January 2024, aiming to promote community engagement through the sport.
A WGN employee, Debbie Brockman, plans to pursue legal action after federal agents detained her during her commute in Lincoln Square. Witnesses and video evidence contradict Homeland Security's claims that she assaulted officers, as her attorney states she was violently attacked. Brockman was held for seven hours without charges.
The Promontory, a beloved South Side venue in Hyde Park, will close its doors after 11 years, following its New Year’s Eve party on December 31. The venue, known for concerts and community events, has seen significant changes since its restaurant closed in 2020 due to the pandemic. Owners announced the closure on Instagram, expressing gratitude for the support from the neighborhood.
Open House Chicago kicks off its 15th season this weekend, offering free tours of 210 architectural sites across 25 neighborhoods. New attractions include the Auditorium Building at Roosevelt University and the National Public Housing Museum. The event also features over 40 programs, including a photography contest and guided tours.
Belmont Cragin United hosts seven meetups Tuesday night to assemble safety whistles that alert residents to immigration enforcement nearby. The Whistlemania event encourages community participation at local restaurants and shops in six neighborhoods. Attendees can support by purchasing whistles through an Amazon Wishlist or volunteering.
Chicago's zoning committee approved a cannabis dispensary in Humboldt Park, a community center in Little Village, and various apartment projects across the city. The dispensary, proposed by Lyfe Cannabis, would be the first in Humboldt Park and aims to revitalize a long-vacant building. These zoning changes will be voted on by the full City Council on Thursday.
Federal agents deployed tear gas in Albany Park as residents intervened to prevent the detention of a neighbor. Gabriel Paez and Megan Dougherty filmed the confrontation, which escalated when neighbors formed a human chain to block the agents' path. The incident highlights growing tensions during Operation Midway Blitz, an immigration enforcement effort.
Neighbors in Uptown are fighting to save the Chatelaine and Northmere, two remaining single-room occupancy buildings, from closure. The potential loss of these buildings could displace long-term residents, many of whom rely on affordable housing as a last resort before homelessness. Local officials and housing advocates are urging action to protect these vital accommodations.
A Chicago police officer, David Deleon, received a 20-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to sexually abusing minors. The charges stemmed from an investigation by Norridge police, which revealed evidence of Deleon's sexual assaults and child pornography. He had been on administrative leave since his arrest in 2023.